The flight distance from Bario Airport (BBN) in Bario, Malaysia to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 9,461 kilometers (5,879 miles / 5,108 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Malaysia with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:07 in Bario, it's 00:07 in Istanbul. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,025 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Bario Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Bario (BBN) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bario Airport (BBN) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.